State Rep. Dave Thomas, R-Jefferson, presents a proclamation Monday from the Ohio House of Representatives to Johnston Trustee Dominic Marchese for his 24 years of service as a township trustee. Thomas is Marchese’s grandson and attended Marchese’s final trustees meeting Monday. The township trustees also recognized Marchese for his service. Staff photo / Bob Coupland

State Rep. Dave Thomas, R-Jefferson, presents a proclamation Monday from the Ohio House of Representatives to Johnston Trustee Dominic Marchese for his 24 years of service as a township trustee. Thomas is Marchese’s grandson and attended Marchese’s final trustees meeting Monday. The township trustees also recognized Marchese for his service.

Staff photo / Bob Coupland